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How to get fromCowes to Swanageby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Swanage by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train, line 50 bus

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus bus 50
    3h 18m
    £30–50

  2. Ferry, bus, line 50 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus bus 50
    4h 18m
    £21–29

Cowes to Swanage by ferry, bus, and train

Calendar228Weekly Services
Duration3h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket£30Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 56 mi
  • Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cowes, England and Swanage, England?

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Swanage. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Red Jet Terminal, take the bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, take the train to Bournemouth, walk to Bournemouth Station, then take the line 50 bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Mowlem Court via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, Red Jet Terminal, Southampton Central Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 18m.

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